Wainwright community grapples with aftermath of military base disaster

Community October 19, 2026 11:03 AM

As the Canadian military grapples with the aftermath of the disaster at CFB Wainright, it's also being deeply felt within the community right next to it. The town of Wainwright — home to roughly 6,000 people — also bore the brunt of Saturday night's chaos. Quinn Ohler has more.

Wainwright community grapples with aftermath of military base disaster

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